Welcome to Hennessy artistry: The Art Of Blending

All around the world, Hennessy artistry brings together some of the most talented artists on stage for an eclectic mix of music, ranging from hip hop to pop, rock or electronic music. This ultimate experience includes mixing bars where you’ll learn ‘The Art Of Blending’ through a variety of Hennessy inspired drinks.

Join us on Thursday, May 23rd at The Everleigh for the first ever Toronto Hennessy artistry special event co-curated by 1 LOVE T.O. featuring hip-hop jazz trio BADBADNOTGOOD, DJ/Producers THUGLI, and remix-pianist THE THEORIST along side DJ DLUX.

Please RSVP for you and your guests by Thursday, May 23, 2013 by 4pm.

RSVP: events@1loveto.com (Subject: Hennessy artistry)

*Must be of legal drinking age.

BADBADNOTGOOD: “Orange Juice” Feat Tyler, The Creator (Live Jam Session)

THUGLI: Keys N Krates – “Treat Me Right” (THUGLI Remix)

THE THEORIST: Kendrick Lamar – “Good Kid, M.A.A.D City” (The Theorist Medley)

Learn more about Hennessy artistry HERE

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If you need a feel-good Summer song, DIANA’s “Born Again” is it! Watch the Geoffrey Pugen directed video below and be sure to pick up DIANA’s self-titled debut album, which comes out August 20 via Paper Bag Records.

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The 14th annual Doors Open Toronto is back this weekend, May 25-26, with more than 150 buildings of architectural, social, historical and cultural significance. This year’s theme is “Creators, Makers and Innovators” and features many older buildings that have been redesigned, re-invented and re-purposed into modern 21st – century spaces.

Here are just a few featured buildings on our list to see. For a complete list CLICK HERE.

Native Family and Child Services

Riverdale Hub

Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library

For more info: toronto.ca/doorsopen/2013

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Toronto’s own Lincoln Blaché just dropped a new video for “Bad Girl”. If you like it you can download it HERE

Directed by ELLINGSON

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On Point takes a closer look at Toronto’s rising superstar Andrew Wiggins at this year’s Nike Hoop Summit.

BIG congrats to Andrew who’s headed to Kansas to play!

Previously: On Point – “Huntington Hopefuls”

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Spring is in the air, and with the change in seasons, comes a transition from the hearty winter menus, to lighter, fresher fare. We hit up SPiN Toronto – King West’s ping pong social club – to check out their new spring menu launch, featuring local and seasonal ingredients, and a fresh take on classic cocktails. Toronto doesn’t have many places like SPiN – part bar and restaurant, part lounge, all ping pong – it’s definitely the perfect venue to catch up with friends over great food and drinks, while engaging an active but low-key activity like ping pong.

SPiN’s menu features mostly sharing plates- amped up takes on the kind of low-key pub grub you’d expect to find at a place like this, while also incorporating some more unexpected gourmet fare. House favourite Chicken and Waffles platter ($16) is taken up a notch served with local honey and jalepenos, while the Can O’ Tuna ($12) is really a fresh Ahi tartare – a surprising find on a menu as relaxed as this. Garlic-and-buttery Cast Iron Prawns ($12) and colourful Fresh Veggie Chips ($8) provide healthier alternatives. Other favourites include the Sloppy Joe ($11) sliders, Hogtown Grilled Cheese ($11) sandwiches served with house-made ketchup, and 5 Step Fries Supreme ($9) – an elevated version of the Taco Bell staple, which features their house-made spray cheese. And who doesn’t love a good Cheese and Meats board ($18)? SPiN’s features market cheeses and house-cured meats.

You can’t go wrong with their cocktails either. Served in mason jars, the Hurricane ($10.60) and Peach Pit ($12.40) are sweeter concoctions, and the 2oz Spring Negroni ($12.40) is bright and fresh with a splash of aperol and a sprig of lavender to lighten it up.

And you can’t forget about the ping pong!

www.toronto.spingalactic.com | 461 King St. W., Toronto

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Bravestation just released the 2nd song off their new EP “IV”, called “Somewhere We Belong”. The EP drops tomorrow and they’ll be performing live on May 15th at their record release party at The Drake. Enjoy!

Previously: Bravestation – “All We Have Is Us”

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It’s be a long 4 years since Still Life Still’s debut album, “Girls Come Too”, but now they’re back with their excellent new track, “Burial Suit.” See them live this summer at the Arts & Crafts Field Trip Festival on June 8th.

For more info: stilllifestill.com

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A crowd of 700 media-buyers, celebrities, friends and families were on the edge of their seats when the Toronto Fashion Incubator chose the winner of their very prestigious, New Labels prize. The incredible reward included $25,000.00 from Philanthropist, Suzanne Rogers, a feature in Flare Magazine and the opportunity to design an exclusive collection for Target Canada. This night would change someone’s life.

TFI was born in 1987 when the fashion industry was the second largest industrial employer in Toronto. A committee called the Fashion Industry Liaison (FILC), dreamt up the idea of an incubator to encourage business growth and promote the art of design and fashion. It reached new highs in 1989 when TFI was dubbed an official incubator, the first of its kind in the world. They work closely with those looking to start up a business in fashion and guide them towards success, providing vital connections, exposure and skills.

We watched four, carefully selected and immensely talented labels walk the runway: Sarah Stevenson, Paria Shirvani, Christopher Paunil and 7/31. The impressive judging panel included Editor of FLARE Magazine, Miranda Purves and TFI President and Fashion Designer David Dixon just to name a few. The audience also got a glimpse of some behind-the-scenes footage from each designer before the runway debut; an unimaginable amount of blood, sweat and tears was clear. With hearts pounding, the judges announced the winner: Sarah Stevenson.

Her delicate yet sexy and sophisticated F/W 2013 collection captured the attention of the masses from the get-go. She credits Dutch Still Life paintings from the Baroque era as her inspiration which was noticeable in the impeccable design details, fabric choices and structure.

Her ear-to-ear grin said it all but she added, “I am so thankful to the Toronto Fashion Incubator for organizing this competition for emerging Canadian design, and for providing myself and my three fellow designers with this incredible opportunity…thanks to my family and friends who are here. Thank you for believing in me and encouraging me not to quit!”

Photo by George Pimentel

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OVO drops the 2nd single from PARTYNEXTDOOR called “Wus Good/Curious”.

BONUS: Listen to “Make A Mil”

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